London [UK], August 9: Brazilian defender David Luiz was signed by Arsenal on Thursday on a permanent transfer from Chelsea. The 32-year-old center-back has a wealth of experience and has made 524 club appearances in a career spanning over 13 seasons. Luiz started his career with Vitoria in Brazil, before moving to Portugal where he played for Benfica. Alex Iwobi Transfer News: Arsenal Fans Urge Club to Sell Nigerian Star After Gunners Reject Everton's £30m for the Winger.

He also had two spells with Chelsea and spent two years in France with Paris Saint-Germain, where he played under Unai Emery. He has 56 international appearances for Brazil to his name."David has a huge experience and I look forward to working with him again. Laurent Koscielny Transfer News: Arsenal Captain to Join Bordeaux on Three-Year Deal.

He is a well-known player and adds to our defensive strength," Unai Emery said in a press release. Luiz won the Premier League, three FA Cups, the Europa League and the Champions League with Chelsea. He has completed a shock move from Chelsea to Arsenal in a PS8 million ($10m) deal and will wear the number 23 jersey.

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